1975 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
